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November 2012 Issue 2

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November 2012 Issue 2 In this Issue:Upcoming Offerings: Orientations for Spring 2013, Calling All Artists!,Save the Date for SET Graduation

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Dear Friend of WEV, 


We hope you’re pleasantly stuffed to the brim after a festive Thanksgiving!

 
As you move further into the holiday season, be sure to keep your eyes opened for gifts sold by successful WEV clients–maybe a framed painting from Red Brick Gallery for your friend, and a facial from Sama Ayurveda for yourself! You can find several holiday offers in this issue of WEV Got News. Enjoy! 

-The WEV Staff 

Upcoming Offerings: Orientations for Spring 2013

Do you know someone who needs a friendly push into the direction of finally starting his or her own business? Have you been thinking about revisiting and refining you business plan to make it a little more robust?
 
If you’re interested in business training through our Self-Employment Training (SET) or Business Plan Intensive (BPI) courses, then attend an upcoming orientation by signing up here! 
 
With courses in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Camarillo, our Spring 2013 session is filling up. We project our classes will be full by the end of the year–so attend an upcoming orientation in your area soon!  

Calling All Artists!

Are you an artist who would like the opportunity to display your artwork in one of WEV’s offices? Do you know someone in the WEV community who is? 
 
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WEV is proud to support the local artists who go through our programs. If you’re interested in seeing your work in our Santa Barbara or Ventura office, please email kdowling@wevonline.org.  

Visit our EXPERT’S CORNER!

Are you having a hard time finding the connection between beauty and business these days? Maria Carbonell, BPI graduate and owner of Sama Ayurveda Spa and Healing Studio, will bridge the gap for you in this issue’s Expert’s Corner. Keep reading!  

Save the Date for SET Graduation

Please join WEV in celebrating the accomplishments of the women and men graduating from this Fall’s Self-Employment Training (SET) courses. You’ll be inspired by the dynamic class speakers and elevator speeches during the ceremony, followed by the client expo.
 
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When: Tuesday, December 18th, 6-8pm
Where: Montecito County Club, 920 Summit Road, Montecito

Cake and coffee will be served following the ceremony.This event is free and open to the public! 

Resources 

Social Media Made Easy

Fearless Women Rising (FWR), a new monthly training class that takes the fear out of sales and marketing, will focus on social media at tonight’s meeting. 

 

Date: Wednesday, November 28, 7-9 pm 

Location: Westlake Village

Fee to attend: FWR members $25, non-members $30 For more details click here. 

Women, Power and Money Presentation

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Our attitudes and beliefs about money affect our decisions and relationship…so why do so many of us not want to talk about it? 

 

Join Women In Technology International’s event “Women, Power and Money” to learn how your attitudes about money affect your life and work.

 

Date: Tuesday, December 4th; 6-9pm

Location: Santa Barbara

Click here for more information! 

Subscribe to Ventura’s Business Resources Newsletter!

The City of Ventura’s Business Assistance Office wants to support you and your business! Stay up to date with available resources in your area by subscribing to Business Briefs, a quarterly e-newsletter dedicated to giving you the information you need to successfully do business in Ventura. Sign up here!  

Small Business Loans

Small business owners needing loans up to $50K should contact Women’s Economic Ventures. Our lending program is for entrepreneurs who are starting or expanding their business, but don’t yet qualify for conventional bank financing. For more information and to apply online, check out our website here. 

Expert’s Corner

For this issue’s Expert’s Corner, we’ve been graced with Maria Carbonell, who graduated from BPI and is now owner of Sama Ayurveda Spa and Healing Studio. 

 
“Here is Ayurvedic wisdom you can use in your business RIGHT NOW. Be like the 5 elements – space, earth, water, fire, air – when you work: 
 
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1) Be like Space – create spaciousness in your life and be open to knowing when the time to transform will be. That time will come… and keep coming. 
 
2) Be like Earth – When you have a yearning to be like others, stay grounded in your core beliefs and embody your talents, your unique stamp of individuality.
 
3) Be like Water – When you are feeling stuck, let go and flow like water.
 
4) Be like Fire – When your flame is burnt out, seek out the fuel to re-ignite your flames and shine again. Keep the burning for your highest potential and the highest potential in the world. 
 
5) Be like Air – When you encounter an obstacle, dance like the wind that can move around any problem. Be imaginative. Embrace the energy of movement and momentum. 
 
Everything in the practice of Ayurveda is inter-related, so as small business owners, don’t forget to customize your skin care, get your beauty sleep, do a daily Ayurvedic self massage, and even keep a beauty calendar for your self-care needs to improve your health and for your mind, body and spirit to flourish.”
 

Thanks for your creative insight, Maria! Be sure to check out Sama Ayurveda’s offer–back by popular demand–in the best daily deals in Santa Barbara! 

 

What wisdom could you share with the WEV community? Establish yourself as an expert in your field by writing a quick tip to news@wevonline.org. Spread the wealth of knowledge! 

 In Our Last Issue 

Clients of the Month: Sarah Koffman and Julie Beaumont!

 
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After selling produce at various farmers markets, Sarah Koffman and Julie Beamont realized the need for a local produce delivery service– one that guaranteed a personal relationship with local farmers. The two women collaborated using individual skills and passions, and— with the help of WEV’s Small Business Loan Fund— launched Local Harvest Delivery. Read more here.
 
Save 50% on your first produce box with weekly subscriptions using your Santa Barbara Axxess card! 

Santa Barbara and Ventura Axxess: Let the Savings Begin! 

 
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Save money AND support WEV at the same time?! Get your 2013 Ventura or Santa Barbara Axxess card today through WEV. 
 
Each card costs $30 and $10 of that amount will be generously donated back to support WEV’s programs. Get yours today! Cards must be picked up at either the Ventura or Santa Barbara WEV office. 
 
Did you know that WEV’s Small Business Loan Fund provided SB Axxess with a loan in its infancy – over 10 years ago! And now they’ve expanded to more communities – including Ventura!  

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 November 28th, 2012 

In This Issue

  • Upcoming Offerings: Orientations for Spring 2013
  • Calling All Artists!
  • Save the Date for SET Graduation 

 Resources

  • Social Media Made Easy
  • Women, Power and Money Presentation
  • Subscribe to Ventura’s Business Resources Newsletter
  • Small Business Loans
  • Expert’s Corner 

 In Our Last Issue 

  • Clients of the Month: Sarah Koffman and Julie Beaumont
  • Santa Barbara and Ventura Axxess 

 Follow WEV

 

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Publicize Your Business Achievements

We’re always on the lookout for a new Client of the Month, Success Story, Featured Artist or additions to the Client Achievements section of the newsletter. But don’t wait for us to find you… let us know how you’re doing now! Email news@wevonline.org 

 WEV Classifieds 

 Acupuncture woRx: Exclusive Holiday Treatments

 
Exclusively for WEV affiliates: On Saturday, December 8th, Acupuncture woRx— owned by SET graduate Julie Hoffman–is offering acupuncture treatments at an affordable rate for you: with typical rates between $85 -$125, Acupuncture woRx will be accepting donation-based payments on this day only! You decide what the value of your treatment! 
 
With the holiday season approaching, you may consider the Holiday stress relief and emotional wellness treatment, the  Energy and rejuvenation treatment, or maybe even the Digestion support treatment. 
 
To make an appointment or to receive more information call 805.861.9916 or email: 
info@acupunctureworx.com

 Z Folio Gallery: Upcoming Events

 
Z Folio, owned by Zdena Jirotouva, has several upcoming events for you to join:
 
An Evening with Michael Mendizza: Meet Michael Mendizza, whose large scale giclee images of nature and California coast grace the gallery walls. 
Date: Saturday, December 1st; 3-7pm.
 
Music & Candelight at the Gallery: One winter evening, the electricity went out. We lit the gallery with candles, and it was enchanting. Everyone had a wonderful time. We are adding classical guitar music and refreshments to spice up the holidays. Be sure to join! 
Date: Friday, December 7th; 4-7pm and Friday, December 14th; 4-7pm. 

 Holiday Shopping that Supports WEV! 

Jen Livia and Phyllis Gubins–Thrive in Five clients and owners of Red Brick Gallery in Ventura– invite the WEV community to shop at the gallery for the holidays– and give back to WEV at the same time! 


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Five percent of all purchase amounts over $50 will be donated to support WEV’s programs. Just stop in this holiday season and mention “WEV” while checking out. You are guaranteed to scratch off at least one holiday present after visiting Red Brick Gallery!  

 Don’t Kick It Click It

 
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Make your business brand brilliant using FREE Internet tools with Jean Ard, SET graduate and owner of Don’t Kick It Click It 

 
Join this dynamic, interactive workshop to gain proficiency at promoting your business online.  Click here for more information.  
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 11:00-12:30
Location: Ventura 
 
For more information Contact Jean Ard at (805) 814-5326  

 Rockin’ Events at Your Holiday Service!

The holidays are coming… You know what that means? Holiday parties! But what do you do with the children? Rockin-Events, started by SET graduate Meg Cameron, specializes in children’s parties at adult function. They entertain the children while the parents have fun with their friends. For more information, call (805) 705-2217 

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If you’ve got something for sale or rent – or a special deal to share with the WEV community – email news@wevonline.org 

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